i've bought from Harvey a few times before... i know he's good, but a) at +++$20/lb for tenderloin, I think he's better than whole foods, but is still making a killing off his non-restaurant customers, & b) when i asked him where he sourced his meat, he said 'nothing but the best from IBP' which I assume meant Iowa Beef Packers... not sure if y'all have read fast food nation, but I'd rather not get my meat from them, even if it is $10 less per pound.

My choice would be either Marconda or Huntington Meats in the 3rd and Fairfax Farmer's Market. Definitely not cheap - you're looking at the better part of twenty bucks a pound - but I'd trust it to be great. I'm also a pretty big fan of the Bristol Farms butchers at my local location; I'd assume they'd be as competent elsewhere. How's is another good source, but you don't have any of those in your area.

For inexpensive but good steaks, I've had great success at, of all places, Stater Brothers Markets. Had a 1" rib eye for about $6.99 a pound that, after being left to get to room temperature, sprinkled with some Lindberg Snider Porterhouse & Roast Seasoning, was done to medium rare on my Weber Silver B, tasted so good. My wife and I both had this that night, and we agreed it was as good as any in a fancy overpriced steak house. Yes, I know you can pay $20. a pound for some steaks, but generally they disappoint unless you're really careful.